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Breaking free from short-term fixes

The sector needs immediate support to 'start planning for an alternative to episodic crisis management', says Owen Mapley.

By By Owen Mapley | 11 October 2024
Owen Mapely CIPFA © Owen Mapely

The predominant messaging ahead of the Budget centres around ‘tough choices'. 

Fiscal headroom is constrained, but even in challenging times we need to break free from short-term fixes and focus on building a sustainable future for public services.

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